claude.ai/code

Web App

Use Claude Code directly in your browser without any installation

Overview

Claude Code on the web brings all the capabilities of Claude Code to your browser. No installation needed — just open your browser and start AI-assisted coding. Perfect for quick tasks, remote machines, or environments where local installation isn't possible.

Web vs CLI vs Desktop

Feature	Web App	CLI	Desktop
Installation	None	CLI install	App install
Local file access	Cloud only	Full	Full
Performance	Network-dependent	Best	Excellent
Git integration	Remote repos	Full	Full
Collaboration	Session sharing	Limited	Limited
Offline use	No	Yes	Yes
Best for	Quick tasks, remote	Power users	GUI preference

Key Features

No Installation Required

Access Claude Code from any browser without installing anything locally

Cloud Workspaces

Create and manage workspaces in the cloud with persistent storage

Real-Time Collaboration

Share sessions with team members for AI-assisted pair programming

Git Integration

Connect directly to GitHub, GitLab, and Bitbucket repositories

Terminal Access

Full terminal access for running commands and scripts in the browser

Mobile Friendly

Responsive design that works on tablets and mobile devices

Supported Workflows

AI-Assisted Coding

Implement new features, refactor code, and fix bugs using natural language instructions. Claude reads, edits, and creates files for you.

PR Reviews & Code Review

Analyze pull requests, review code quality, and get improvement suggestions. Connect to remote repos and create PRs directly.

Debugging & Troubleshooting

Paste error messages and ask Claude to diagnose and fix them. Analyze logs, interpret stack traces, and resolve issues quickly.

Test Writing & Execution

Generate unit tests and integration tests, then run them directly in the browser terminal. Automatically fix failing tests.

Documentation & Explanation

Explore codebases and get architecture explanations. Auto-generate READMEs, API docs, and inline comments.

Git Workflow Automation

Write commit messages, manage branches, and create PRs. Automate your entire Git workflow with natural language.

Connecting Repositories

To work on existing projects in the web app, connect your remote repositories. GitHub, GitLab, and Bitbucket are supported.

Authorize OAuth Connection

Authorize the OAuth connection to your Git provider (e.g., GitHub) from the web app. This grants Claude access to your repositories.

Select a Repository

Choose a repository from the list or paste a repository URL directly. Private repositories are fully supported.

Cloud Workspace Creation

Your selected repository is cloned into a cloud workspace. This environment persists across sessions, so your work is saved.

Start Coding

Ask Claude to make code changes, then commit and create PRs when ready. Everything happens inside your browser.

Getting Started

Visit claude.ai/code in your browser

Create a new workspace or connect an existing repository

Start coding with Claude in the browser

Tips for Web App Users

Keyboard Shortcuts

Enter: Send message
Shift+Enter: New line
Shift+Tab: Toggle Plan Mode
Esc: Cancel current operation
/clear: Reset conversation

Session Management

Use /compact to summarize long conversations
Start new sessions for different topics
Store important context in CLAUDE.md
If session slows down, /clear and restart

Performance Optimization

Let Claude edit large files instead of doing it manually
Avoid attaching unnecessary files
Ensure a stable internet connection
Prefer wired over Wi-Fi for heavy tasks

Effective Prompting

Include specific file paths and function names
Clearly describe the desired outcome
Use screenshots to explain UI issues
Say "think hard" for complex problem analysis

Advantages

Start instantly with zero installation - just a browser is all you need
Access from any device (Chromebook, tablet, restricted work PC, etc.)
Share sessions with teammates for real-time collaboration
Cloud workspaces persist automatically across sessions
No local compute resources used - lightweight on your machine

Considerations

Requires a stable internet connection
Some filesystem operations may be slower than local installation
Large project support depends on internet speed

Get Started Now

Try Claude Code directly in your browser with zero setup. Get started with a free trial.

Open claude.ai/code